Poás Volcano
| Poás Volcano | |
|---|---|
Poás volcano crater, shown before the 2017 eruptions | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,697 m (8,848 ft) |
| Coordinates | 10°12′00″N 84°13′59″W / 10.2°N 84.233°W |
| Geography | |
| Location | Costa Rica |
| Parent range | Cordillera Central |
| Geology | |
| Mountain type | Stratovolcano |
| Last eruption | April 2025 |
| Climbing | |
| Easiest route | Hike |
The Poás Volcano (Spanish: Volcán Poás), is an active 2,697-metre (8,848 ft) stratovolcano in central Costa Rica and is located within Poas Volcano National Park. It has erupted 40 times since 1828, with a strong eruption on April 2017—causing the evacuation of visitors and residents. The volcano and surrounding park were closed for nearly 17 months, with a 2.5 kilometer safety perimeter established around the erupting crater. On September 1, 2018, the park was reopened to the public only with limited access to the crater observation area. They have started to require a reservation on the National Park Website before visitation. Adjacent trails to Lake Botos, and the museum at the visitor center remained closed. The volcano erupted briefly twice in September 2019.